I, am a silent sufferer of fibromyalgia, and my life, will most likely, never be the same again (as it was before it began).
Digestive System Cleanse
What is A Digestive System Cleanse?
A digestive system cleanse is a process through which to cleanse the body of toxins while increasing overall nutritional intake so as to minimize stress on the digestive system and the colon while promoting self-healing through the strengthening of the immune system.
While it is a common misconception that a colon cleanse is very restrictive, it is rather aimed at improving nutritional consumption, as well as the individual’s intake of important vitamins and minerals that are vital to good health. As such, a cleanse is considered to be the opposite of a fast.
Digestive System Cleanse and Fibromyalgia Syndrome
Excessive levels of toxins and allergens in the body are believed to be one of the causes of fibromyalgia syndrome.
Therefore, the benefits of a colon cleanse diet are many for individuals seeking fibromyalgia treatment in order to reduce their fibromyalgia symptoms. A healthy diet is important to reducing the buildup of toxins and allergens in the body. A cleanse also helps to reduce stress placed on the nervous system, an imbalance which also contributes to fibromyalgia.
In addition, colon cleansing improves overall immune system health and promotes a better overall lifestyle, particularly when used in conjunction with other alternative fibromyalgia therapies like meditation and massage in conjunction with proper amounts of sleep and moderate exercise.
Therefore, a colon cleanse can be a beneficial fibromyalgia diet that helps to improve quality of life as well as fibromyalgia symptoms like fatigue and fibrofog.
Which Cleanse Is Right For Me?
Your nutritionist or digestive cleanse specialist will instruct you as to which system of colon cleansing is best for you.
Your first appointment with a nutritionist or digestive cleanse specialist will be aimed at establishing which foods should comprise your colon cleanse diet, including which foods and drinks will be permitted and which will not.
A colon cleanse diet features a high intake of vegetables and fruits as well as foods that are high in fiber. Ten to twelve glasses of water are encouraged, while liquids such as coffee, tea and soft drinks are not. Healthy fruit and vegetable juices that are free of sugar and preservatives are also recommended.
Herbs that promote proper digestion may also be recommended; such herbal supplements include cayenne pepper, fennel, lemon balm and golden seal, all of which contain soothing properties that aid the digestive process. Mild, natural laxatives such as flax seed, aloe vera and senna leaves also promote digestion while a vitamin supplement can help to ensure you meet your daily nutritional needs.
During your initial consultation, your nutritionist or colon cleanse specialist will establish which foods are interfering with your body’s digestive and circulatory processes. This will provide the basis for establishing what foods will constitute your digestive cleanse diet and therefore create a specialized meal plan tailored to meet your unique nutritional requirements. In addition, your health care provider will give you instructions on how to prepare meals so that you can successfully follow your colon diet at home.
Generally, a cleanse will last from 5 to 21 days, depending on your health care provider’s recommendations.
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